Is it better to rent a stroller at Disney World or bring your own?
For those visiting with young kids, we recommend bringing your own stroller to Disney World if you don't mind traveling with it.
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The Disney World Stroller is made for durability, that being said it is not the most comfortable thing on the planet. My kids never had an issue but it is something to consider. In addition, these things are super easy to push. My 9-year-old plopped in one of these and we whizzed her around with no problem at all.
That's an enormous distance for a 4- or 5-year-old to walk, and if you decide not to take a pushchair to Disney World, you might do a lot of carrying. You will likely be walking around from very early in the morning until late in the evening. That's a lot for even the best four or 5-year-old walker.
Your 7 and 9 year old may need a break during a busy day. Basically, you have 2 choices: Don't bring your stroller and if your children get tired out you always have the option of renting a stroller inside the park from Disney.
A: The following guidelines apply to the use of personal and rented strollers at Walt Disney World Resort: Strollers larger than 31” (79 cm) in width and 52” (132cm) in length are not permitted. Stroller wagons are also not permitted.
While it's certainly possible that stroller or ECV rentals from the theme parks could be unavailable due to demand, I've never heard of it happening. Since stroller and ECV rentals are available on a first-come, first-served basis, it's recommended that you arrive early to the theme parks.
Strollers must be 31” (79cm) wide and 52” (132cm) long or smaller. As a reminder, wagons are not permitted in our parks. Stroller wagons will also no longer be permitted.
While there are size limitations to the strollers allowed on property, there are no guidelines that mention a specific age limit at this time. All considering, I think whether you bring a stroller or not is truly a personal decision. Step back and determine what would work best for your children and family in general.
You Can Bring a Backpack to Disney ParksWith the exception of a couple attractions, every ride at Disney will have a small pouch for you to stow your backpack, or space at your feet. Your trusty bag can take on all the adventures Disney has to offer with you!
The new WDW rental strollers are red, with jaunty images of Mickey and Minnie emblazoned on the side. The strollers are available in both single and double sizes, at the same price points as before. Single strollers are available for a single day rate of $15 or a multi-day (length of stay) rate of $13 per day.
Many people do leave their diaper bags (or bags with extra supplies) in their parked strollers. You will need to Park your stroller during the day (there are designated parking areas in various locations throughout the Parks), so be prepared with a stroller cover or poncho in case of rain.
Disneyland rider swap allows adult guests to take turns waiting with kids or other guests that are unable to ride attractions due to height requirements or other various reasons.
A: Guests are allowed to bring outside food and nonalcoholic beverage items into the park for self-consumption, provided they are not in glass containers and do not require heating, reheating, processing, refrigeration or temperature control and do not have pungent odors.
The following guidelines apply to the use of personal and rented strollers at Walt Disney World Resort: Strollers larger than 31” (79 cm) in width and 52” (132cm) in length are not permitted. Stroller wagons are also not permitted.
Strollers must be 31” (79cm) wide and 52” (132cm) long or smaller. As a reminder, wagons are not permitted in our parks. Stroller wagons will also no longer be permitted.
In the end, it's the smaller umbrella stroller that really wins out the day. It's more easily manageable on the buses and in the parks. They're cheaper and less risk adverse for a big loss. You lose out on potential storage if you bring a lot of stuff to the parks, but that can be more easily managed with backpacks.
Parents often wonder if their kids are too young (or too old) to go to Disney World. The best age for Disney World is between 3 and 12 years old, but people of all ages will enjoy the park.
Parents are required to fold stroller and sit children on lap (or seats). Umbrella strollers are easy to fold. Even if you aren't staying on property and drive in to park – the trams require folded strollers too. You'll Want A Lightweight Option – You'll have to fold the stroller before getting on the bus.